Refreshing Chilled Lettuce Soup

Steps

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   Tear fresh lettuce into about 15 leaves and roughly cut them into bite-sized pieces by hand.
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   Place the cut lettuce in a bowl and pour hot water to just cover it.
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   Gently stir the lettuce and blanch for about 1 minute to soften while keeping it crisp.
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   Drain the lettuce and rinse it with cold water 2-3 times to cool, then gently shake off excess water.
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   Place the drained lettuce in an appropriate serving bowl.
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   Add 1/3 tsp salt, 2 tsp sugar, 1 tsp fish sauce, 5 tsp vinegar, and 1/3 tsp minced garlic.
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   Mix the seasoning with the lettuce gently and let it marinate for about 10 minutes.
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   After 10 minutes, pour in 400 ml of cold water.
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   Add 2 minced cheongyang chilies (or use green onion if you prefer less spice).
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    Float ice cubes in the soup and garnish with red chili and sesame seeds.
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    When serving, scoop out the lettuce together and enjoy the crisp, refreshing chilled soup.
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